Navigating the Epidemiological Landscape of Aging in Rural India: Imperative for Policy Pathways
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India is currently experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by a remarkable increase in its elderly population, particularly in rural areas.(1) The country’s aged population is expected to grow by 279% between 2022 and 2050, with the expectation that by 2046 they will outnumber children aged 0-15 years (2,3). This demographic change comes with a range of challenges including poverty, gender inequality, social isolation and limited access to quality healthcare (4). There are complex and varied healthcare needs of elderly people in rural India, with declining physical and mental health, vulnerability to multiple health problems such as chronic diseases, mobility difficulties and cognitive decline (4). During this period of life, access to quality healthcare becomes very essential but many aged individuals in India do not have the means or support required to maintain their wellness (1).Abstract
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Nitin Kumar Joshi, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, Rajasthan
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Pankaj Bhardwaj , All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, Rajasthan
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